Suzy Gershman's Born to Shop New York

Suzy Gershman is a journalist, author, and self-professed shopping goddess who has worked in the fashion and fiber industry for more than 25 years. The Born to Shop series, which is over 20 years old, is translated into eight languages, making Gershman an international expert on retail and trade. Her essays on retailing have been used by the Harvard School of Business; her reportage on travel and retail has appeared in Travel & Leisure, Travel Holiday, Travel Weekly, and most of the major women's magazines. She writes in French and English for Air France Madame, published by Condé Nast France. When not in an airport, Gershman can be found in Paris, Provence, or San Antonio, Texas.

Aaron James is a singer-songwriter who lives and sings in L.A., where he has a day job at Warner Brothers Music. He is also a contributing editor for Born to Shop.

Jenny McCormick has just won her graduate degree in criminal justice. She can recite your Miranda rights or steer you to the best in fashion and trends for young women.